seen on the shore walk. When walking down by the water, you pass this gate. I always liked this old notice. Don't know if this was serious when it was first put up or it was a joke.
CS&WR is the Great Southern and Western Railway, who operated between Dublin and Cork and that general area, so the sign was probably originally on level crossing gates or something similar. I would guess that the householder has bought the sign at an antique auction.
I think John has solved the mystery of this sign! It's a great find, Bill! The new stone pillars and gates are very well constructed and the sign adds a touch of humour!
I love it! This sign could be adapted for many things...like leaving the lights on in empty rooms, or leaving the toilet paper roll empty. LOL I could have these all over my house...I'd be rich if my family ever paid out!
CS&WR is the Great Southern and Western Railway, who operated between Dublin and Cork and that general area, so the sign was probably originally on level crossing gates or something similar. I would guess that the householder has bought the sign at an antique auction.
ReplyDeleteI love the old sign and it is a lovely gate. Interesting to read John's comment above, too.
ReplyDeleteBut a beautiful sign it is Bill.
ReplyDeleteUm belo pormenor.
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That depends on who put it up but looking at how new the wall is I think it's a joke
ReplyDeleteInteresting sign. Would that be cash or credit card? :-)
ReplyDeleteHey Bill, wel 'n heel mooi plek Bill, ik hou daar van.
ReplyDeleteGroet kees.
And where should you pay the shillings and who has seen you? :)
ReplyDeleteI think John has solved the mystery of this sign! It's a great find, Bill! The new stone pillars and gates are very well constructed and the sign adds a touch of humour!
ReplyDeleteIt's an interesting sign, probably indicating in a (funny friendly) way that they would like to keep the gate closed.
ReplyDeleteThe sign fits the look of the gate, Bill.
ReplyDelete...a fancy posted sign.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great sign! I love it.
ReplyDeleteI love it! This sign could be adapted for many things...like leaving the lights on in empty rooms, or leaving the toilet paper roll empty. LOL I could have these all over my house...I'd be rich if my family ever paid out!
ReplyDeleteThat is a nice find!
ReplyDeleteIt's a wonderful old sign, Bill!
ReplyDeleteWell spotted 😊
ReplyDeleteJohn's explanation makes sense!
ReplyDeleteLove it! A monetary penalty would certainly be a good motivator to help people remember to shut the gate!! Great capture.
ReplyDeleteI love the gate and the wall. The notice made me laugh!
ReplyDeleteThe sign certainly makes us curious.
ReplyDeleteInteresting. :)
ReplyDeleteHere is a mystery for you to uncover.
ReplyDeleteIt would have been an investment to make that sign. I suspect it wasn't a joke.
ReplyDeleteSounds like they mean it to me Bill 😊
ReplyDeleteI believe they are serious!!
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